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Blessed Matthew Lambert

Also known as: Maitiú Laimpeart; Matthew Lamport

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

5 July as one of the Martyrs of Wexford; 20 June as one of the Irish Martyrs

Born

In Wexford, Ireland

Died

Hanged, drawn and quartered on 5 July 1581 in Wexford, Ireland

Beatified

27 September 1992 by Pope John Paul II in Rome, Italy

Venerated

6 July 1991 by Pope John Paul II

Biography

Blessed Matthew Lambert, also known as Maitiú Laimpeart or Matthew Lamport, was a lifelong layman in the diocese of Ferns, Ireland. He was born in Wexford, Ireland, and worked as a baker throughout his life. His unwavering commitment to his Catholic faith during a time of intense persecution in Ireland ultimately led to his martyrdom.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified1992-09-27 by 27 September 1992 by Pope John Paul II in Rome, Italy

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